Category: EXPLORING

2009 was a remarkable year for me. I met my mentor that year. Meeting her once a month has turned into a ten-year friendship, and thankfully, we are still meeting today. In 2009, I was at a pivotal point in my journey with God. Are you even here? Where are you, Lord? I was losing…

Congratulations! You have decided to support a worthy cause. You are now brainstorming ways to meet or even exceed your fundraising target. How about hosting a fundraising event? Here are 10 tips to get you started! Form your team Putting together an event is no easy feat! Gather your friends who share the same vision…

Spontaneous trips are the most fun. Our dear friend, Miss S, invited us to spend Easter weekend with her family at the beautiful Nestleton Waters Inn in Nestleton Ontario. “This place looks as gorgeous as the photos online. I can’t wait to explore”, I said to Hercules. We admired the beautiful estate as we pulled…

My husband and I stayed at the picturesque Nestleton Waters Inn over the Easter long weekend. What an unforgettable bed and breakfast experience! Delicious foods, late night conversation with friends, and singing at breakfast overlooking a breathtaking view made our stay such a delight. It was a treat to meet Deborah, the owner and operator…

Every Wednesday and Saturday, these cartoon animal characters would pop up on my Facebook feed. Episode 216 “What If”. I smile while I’m scrolling through the pictures during my commute to work. This mini comic series reminds me of the good times during my dragon boat days with my bestie. I was the rocket, and…

“Something in me said that I would never know unless I tried. If I were to fail at least I tried. I wanted my kids to see that dreams can come true no matter how big or small. I encourage them to dream always.” On a wintery Sunday afternoon, we visited Sifted, a vintage boutique…

Here is part 2 of the interview with Derek, the founder of Twisted Inflations. His business specializes in balloon sculptures, art and decoration. Catch up on part 1 here! Since we last chatted with Derek, he had travelled to Orlando Florida to compete at the 2017 Twist & Shout competition with high caliber balloon twisters….

What did you want to be when you grow up? Do you still remember? In our ever-changing economy, we begin to see more individuals taking up unconventional vocations that surprise and delight us. They stop you in your tracks, and you find yourself asking, “wow, THIS is what you do?” I think of individuals like Derek who…

To Jup You UP today, here is a story about an artist who turned her love for puns and painting into a business. Rhea and I have been corresponding on email to find a time to chat about her new found love. I haven’t seen her in a few months. In this short span of time,…

Have you ever been stunned by someone’s creativity and passion the very first time you cross path? And you immediately tell yourself that when the time comes, I will definitely call on this person. This long lasting impression can be so vivid even a decade later. Today is a beautiful day for a celebration. Betty…